Are you growing & contributing?

Have you ever wondered what truly drives people to do what they do? Why some people get depressed when their world seems so perfect? Each human being has engrained personal preferences that shape the way we act and the way we think, but deep down we all crave a life that makes a difference and…

Career Transitions

The world is changing at an alarming rate. Add to that the fear of needing to find a new job and your world can feel like it’s imploding. When our world feels threatened by the loss of a job or an internal shake-up, most people react in one of five ways: However you adapt to…

WHEN YOU FEEL UNDERVALUED, DO THIS INSTEAD.

WHEN YOU’RE TRYING TO EXPAND AND PEOPLE CAN’T SEE YOUR VALUE. There’s a moment in every woman’s career when she feels unseen.Unappreciated.Possibly even used.It’s a bitter pill when you know how much you’ve poured in—and no one seems to notice. I recently reminded a coaching client of something I believe to my core:When that moment…

Did I make the right decision?

Have you ever asked yourself, “Did I make the right decision?” Have you ever doubted the justifications you created to get to where you are? Humans are very good at finding ways to justify what they do, because it gives them a reason to stand close to what they believe. For example: Jacquie had, like…

Are You Looking For a New Job?

Are you failing to get the results you want in your interviews? Yesterday, I had a delightful conversation with a young woman that made me realise many graduates do not know how to apply themselves at interview. . This got me thinking. How often do we (as entrepreneurs and small business owners) have knowledge from which…

Meet Your Audience Where They’re At.

Meet Your Audience Where They’re At. In the world of marketing and sales, connecting with your customers on their level and in their language is crucial. The statement, “Meet your audience where they’re at” may irritate grammatical purists, but the concept is essential for effective communication and engagement. What exactly does it mean, to meet…

A Bad Day is Not a Cue to Quit.

Everyone has bad days, but it’s not a cue to quit.  Bad days remind us of what we don’t want and underscore the desires that lie within. They remind us where we want to go and with whom, and what actions we need to take to get there. Put another way, we can use times…

Why Your Coach Should Challenge You (and Why It’s a Good Thing).

Empowering Disagreements in Coaching. Coaching is becoming more and more popular as people realise that having a coach is like having a 1-2-1 relationship with a mentor who can help you move the needle. In life, and in business. But,  coaching isn’t just about agreement—it’s about growth. Empowering disagreements are a powerful tool in coaching,…

What Creates Winners? 

You know… the people who find superpowers from nowhere to reach their end goal?  A winner is defined not only by what they do, but by why they do it, and how. In fact, it’s hard to shape success without these vital ingredients.  People take actions in life for two main reasons:  Motivation can be…